Harrogate College HE Prospectus 2011

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Part of the Hull College GroupHull College Group is the trading name of Hull College

Harrogate College LibraryHarrogate College Library has over 25,000 books,3,000 e-books, 80 journals and e-journals and anextensive range of e-resources to support learners.

The library has books and publications on coursesubjects to assist you with research and backgroundreading, a careers section offers guides to jobs, howto write a Curriculum Vitae, fill in job applications,master interviews and higher education informationas well as a range of fiction titles.

An open-access IT Centre has PCs incorporatingcurrent software, Apple Macs with design standardpackages and various subject specificapplications with internet access to supportlearners’ course work.

Opening Times:Term TimeMonday – Thursday 8:45am – 8:00pmFriday 8:45am – 4:30pmSaturday 9:00am – 1:00pmSunday Closed

VacationMonday – Thursday 8:45am – 4:30pmFriday 8:45am – 4:00pmSaturday & Sunday Closed

Cafés and RestaurantsMetro RestaurantExperience a wide selection of freshly prepareddishes at competitive prices. Enjoy modern Britishand International cuisine at its best, a la carte,Bistro, or Light Bite, you choose. Why not take partin one of our speciality themed evenings.

To book a table or find out more contact: Tel: (01423) 878300E-mail [email protected] Web: www.harrogate.ac.uk

HG2 CaféHG2 Café serves a range of snacks and mealsincluding hot & cold breakfast, Costa coffee anda tea selection, homemade Deli sandwiches,Jacket potatoes with various fillings, grilled Panini’s,salad boxes & daily hot specials.

Opening Times:8.30 - 3.45 Monday to Thursday 8.30 - 3.15 Friday

Out of these hours there is a full range of vendingmachines available for snacks and drinks locatedaround the campus.

We also offer a daily selection of newspapers and magazines.

Hair and Beauty SalonsHair and Beauty treatments are offered within theCollege’s own modern, fully equipped industrystandard training salons, offering excellent valuefor money.

Students and members of the public are welcometo book for treatments. Open during term timeonly, find out more:E-mail: [email protected]: Hair (01423) 878301Tel: Beauty (01423) 878302

Financial Advice and GuidanceFor queries of further information relating tofinancial advice and guidance about HigherEducation courses, please contact:Tel: (01423) 878296

Student SupportHarrogate College’s friendly Information, Adviceand Guidance Team is based within the Helpzone,behind the main College reception. Here you canfind out information on all Hull College Group

courses and receive financial guidance. The teamoffers advice on travel, working whilst you studyand how to access personal support.Tel: (01423) 878211E-mail: [email protected]

The College also employs its own counsellors whocan advise on personal matters. You can make anappointment to see a counsellor by contactingthe service directly or by asking a member of staffto refer you.Tel: (01423) 878340Mobile: 07920 450125

Impartial careers advice and guidance isavailable from our professional Careers Adviser toenable you to make considered decisions aboutyour career goals and options.

To book a one-to-one guidance interview with theCareers Adviser contact:Tel: (01423) 878223/878211

An e-guidance service is also available. To accessthis service please contact the Careers Adviser:E-mail: [email protected]

For queries of further information relating tofinancial advice and guidance about HigherEducation courses, please contact:Tel: (01423) 878296

ChildcareThere is a range of childcare provision in Harrogateincluding day nurseries, out-of-school clubs andregistered childminders. Some full-time studentsmay qualify for a Childcare Grant via StudentFinance England.

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Harrogate College has excellent transportlinks by train and bus; located atHornbeam Park the College is easilyaccessible by bike, foot or car fromHarrogate town centre.

Harrogate College boasts a range offacilities for learners including the Collegelibrary, HG2 Café and the MetroRestaurant and hair and beauty salons.

A new addition to the facilities here atHarrogate is the International BusinessSchool, launched with the support ofHarrogate Borough Council andDestination Harrogate, the InternationalBusiness School was designed to becomea regional, national and internationalcentre of excellence.

Learning isn’t just confined to theclassroom with an increasing number ofsubjects benefiting from collaborationswith local businesses, the College worksclosely with many local businesses andorganisations including Marks & Spencer's,The National Trust, and Weetons FarmStore provides learners with theopportunity to work on live projects and todemonstrate 'real' work experience.

Maps showing the locations of all Collegesites can be found at the back of thisprospectus. Visit www.harrogate.ac.uk/he for moreinformation.

There are also additional opportunities to study Higher Education at our Hull campus. Visit www.hull-college.ac.uk/he formore information.

Campus Information

We are delighted that you are consideringstudying at Harrogate College.Harrogate College’s growing Higher Education provision includes a wide range of Foundation, BA (Hons), Cert ed/PGCE and MastersDegrees. Harrogate College has an impressive record of successgaining national recognition for its quality delivery.

Our excellent reputation for employer engagement includes achievingthe Total Quality Standard in Children’s Workforce Development. We offer a wide range of work placements with local employersincluding live briefs which facilitate the learning experience, resulting in learners achieving local and national recognition and awards.

Harrogate College continues to invest in the learner communityincluding our International Business School which offers a range of professional development programmes in a world class learningenvironment and a continuing programme of enhanced learner support.

I look forward to welcoming you to the College and wish you everysuccess in your future studies.

College Principal

Anne-Marie Bostock Harrogate College Principal

Hull College Group Higher Education Partnerships

For a braille or large print copy of the prospectus please contact:

Tel: (01423) 878232/ 878382E-mail: [email protected]: www.harrogate.ac.uk

Harrogate offers an eclectic mix ofmuseums, art galleries, public gardens,shopping, restaurants and café bars.Visitors can choose to stroll along the ValleyGardens, visit the Royal Pump RoomsMuseum, see a concert at the HarrogateInternational Centre or relax in the Turkishbath or health spa.

Harrogate boasts excellent live musicvenues including The Blues Bar and The

West Park Hotel, home of Harrogate Jazz Club.

If you are theatrically inclined you canenjoy performances at the recentlyrefurbished Harrogate Theatre and enjoythe annual Harrogate International Festivalincluding artists, musicians and performers.

For book lovers Harrogate also holds theannual International Crime Writers Festival.

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Harrogate is a picturesque Spa town on the edge of theYorkshire Dales with excellent travel links to nearby citiesincluding Leeds and York.

You’ll never be short of places to visit

The UCAS code for The Hull College Groupis H73.

As part of the Hull College Group, theHarrogate College Higher Education coursesare clearly indicated under Hull College.

Please select campus code H for yourchosen course at Harrogate College

Access to Learning Fund*Additional help may be available through theCollege. Full-time and part-time students(studying at least 50% of a full-time course) inthe following groups will be treated as priorityfor help:

• Students with children, especially lone parents

• Mature students, especially those with existing financial commitment

• Students from low income families

• Students with disabilities

• Students who have been in care

• Students from Foyers or who are homeless

• Students in their final year

*Subject to confirmation

Full-time ProgrammesAll applications for entry to full-time FoundationDegrees and BA (Hons) Degrees must bethrough the Universities and College AdmissionsService (UCAS).

Courses in the UCAS Scheme are listed on theUCAS website. If you are not at school or havedifficulty obtaining the literature the followingcontact details can be used:

UCAS, RosehillNew Barn LaneCheltenhamGL52 3LZ

Tel: 0871 4680468E-mail: [email protected] should be made on-line at:www.ucas.ac.uk

When to applyUCAS start receiving applications for 2011 from1st September 2010. The final deadline forUCAS to receive your application is:

15th January 201124th March 2011 - For Art & Design courses

As places for popular courses are verycompetitive it is advisable to submit yourapplication form before the deadline date.

Late applications will be considered if suitablevacancies remain on your chosenprogramme. The College will take furtherapplicants through the clearing process for full-time courses.

Applicant’s feeEach application form sent to UCAS must beaccompanied by a fee. Full details forpayment can be found on-line atwww.ucas.com or in the UCAS Handbook.

Every care has been taken to ensure that allinformation is correct at the time of going topress (Sept 2010). Please confirm all details atthe time of application. For up to date courseleaflets and any new programmedevelopments please check in the back of thisprospectus or visit our website www.hull-college.ac.uk/he

Part-time Applications For all part-time Higher Education programmesyou should apply direct to Harrogate College.Application forms can be obtained by callingLearner Support Services:

Tel: (01423) 878211

Or by downloading an application form fromthe website: www.harrogate.ac.uk

Progression opportunitiesHarrogate College can offer you theopportunity to join our higher Educationprogramme at Foundation level and thenprogress through to a full Honours Degree andeven a Masters level qualification. This givesyou the valuable opportunity to achieve yourqualifications in stages in a way that suits yourneeds. We offer you the flexibility to studylocally in a friendly and supportive learningenvironment.

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Students’ UnionThe Students’ Union provides benefits and services tolearners including a variety of social events andactivities to take part in.

When you join you can use your Students’ Union card tosave money offering you a wide range of discountswith national companies. You must be over 16 to join.

AccommodationHarrogate College maintains a list of local families who have rented accommodation availablefor students.

For a copy of the current list please call LearnerServices on:

Tel: (01423) 878379E-mail: [email protected]

Fees & Finance 2011 - 2012 Due to changes in government policy tuition fees arecurrently subject to review. Please check our websitewww.hull-college.ac.uk/fees for updates.

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PartTimeSchool of Professional Development, Education & Business 10-13

Foundation Degree Business Information Technology (STV) 11

Foundation Degree Business and Management 11

BA (Hons) Business and Management (Top-up) (STV) 12

Foundation Degree in Professional Development in Education (Top-up) 12

BA (Hons) Top-up in Professional Development in Education (STV) 13

Certificate in Education (Lifelong Learning)/Post Graduate Certificate

in Education (Lifelong Learning) 13

Health, Care, Commercial & Public Services 14-15

Foundation Degree Young Children’s Learning and Development 15

BA (Hons) Top-up Young Children’s Learning and Development 15

Visual & Performing Arts 16-22

Foundation Degree Acting 17

Foundation Degree Fashion Design and Production 18

Foundation Degree Fashion Marketing and Retail 19

Foundation Degree Interior Architectural Design 19

Foundation Degree Lens Based Photo Media 20

Foundation Degree Visual Arts 21

BA (Hons) Top-up Applied Creative Design 22

MA Image and Time Based Media 22

Day Date Month Year Times:

Thursday 18th November 2010 5-8pm

Monday 24th January 2011 5-8pm

Thursday 17th March 2011 5-8pm

Wednesday 25th May 2011 5-8pm

Saturday 18th June 2011 10am-2pm

Please note: These dates may change due to externalcircumstances.

Please confirm all dates with the College prior to attending.

Harrogate College Open Events:

International studentsHull College Group has a long tradition of engaging with students from all overthe world. Today, the group has students from over 100 countries, with largegroups from Libya, Angola, Brunei as well as European countries. Hull CollegeGroup positively encourages the internationalisation agenda and this isembedded in our teaching and learning strategy.

CostsTuition fees are subject to changes imposed by the Government and areview is due to take place in the Autumn, 2010. Check our websitewww.harrogate.ac.uk/fees for updates.

Scholarships and bursariesHull College Group offers attractive merit awards for international students ona competitive basis. Further details can be found by contacting theInternational Department: E-mail: [email protected]

Entry requirements Hull College Group accepts qualifications from all over the world, such as theCBSE, HKCSE, SPM, STPM, Thnanwiya Amma and WAEC Senior SchoolCertificate.

We use the NARIC system to obtain international qualification equivalencies.In addition to your academic qualifications, we also require evidence of yourEnglish language proficiency. We ask for a minimum score of 6.0 in the IELTS orTOEFL 550; We consider other evidence of English language proficiency.

The Hull College Group also accepts mature students with relevant workexperience as well as students wishing to transfer to the UK to complete theirstudies.

How to applyApplications can be made using the UCAS application system or bycontacting the International Department directly:E-mail: international@hull-college. ac.uk

Pastoral care:The International Department provides a comprehensive welcome andinduction programme for all international students. We provide a freetransport service from Leeds Bradford and Manchester International Airportsfor new arrivals.

Our induction programme provides new international students with the facilityto open a UK bank account, police registration and health registration.

The International Department organises an annual New Year celebration aswell as some short trips to nearby towns and cities. This will enable you to meetand interact with other international students at the College. The College,through its internal learner support services, organise various events for allstudents of the College. International students are encouraged to participatein these events.

Courses:All full-time courses within this prospectus.

Contact:For further information, specific to international students, please contact:

Tel: (01482) 381921 ext:2221E-mail: [email protected]: www.international.hull-college.ac.uk

New DevelopmentsSubject to validation

Harrogate CampusBA Lens Based Photo MediaFoundation Degree Events Management BA (Hons) Events ManagementFoundation Degree Business & MarketingBA (Hons) Events Management (Top Up)Foundation Degree Construction Foundation Degree Automotive TechnologyFoundation Degree Engineering TechnologyFoundation Degree Crime & Community Safety

Hull CampusArt and DesignBA (Hons) Digital Media Journalism (Top Up)BA (Hons) Art & Design Public Realm (Top Up)BA (Hons) Graphic Design (Top Up)

Performance ArtsFoundation Degree Events Management

Business and Professional DevelopmentBSc (Hons) Computing (Top Up)Foundation Degree Events Management

Construction and EngineeringAccess to EngineeringBEng Engineering Technology BSc Construction

Health and ScienceBA (Hons) Criminology (Top Up)BA ( Hons) Crime & Community Safety (Top Up)Foundation Degree Forensic Science

Goole CampusFoundation Degree Children's Care Learning and DevelopmentPre-Service Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)

Course Areas:

School of Professional Development, Education & Business 10-13

Health, Care, Commercial & Public Services 14-15

Visual & Performing Arts 16-22

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School of Professional Development,Education & Business

School of Professional Development,Education & Business The range of Business and Professional courses offered includes Foundation Degrees,which form the basis for further study at Degree level including BA (Hons) Degrees.

The Foundation Degree integrates academic and work based learning. The Programmeis designed in partnership with employers and equips individuals with the knowledge,understanding and skills relevant to their employment.

Employers recognise that Foundation Degrees confirm academic ability and theyprovide the practical experience required in the workplace. The BA (Hons) Top-up inBusiness allows valuable further local study at degree level for those who have aFoundation Degree or HND qualification in a relevant subject.

Foundation Degree inBusiness and ManagementAn Award of Leeds Metropolitan University

Duration2 years (full-time) 2 years (part-time)

LocationHornbeam Park

Entry RequirementsNormally a Level 3 qualification or equivalent A Levels; IELTS level 6.0 forinternational students

The CourseThe Foundation Degree in Business and Management has beendeveloped with, and for, business. This Foundation Degree programme isaimed at those who aspire to management or enterprise in the future.Four modules will be studied per semester.

The modules are: • Effective Learning • Environment for Business • Managing People • Marketing Fundamentals • Problem Solving and Decision Making • Finance for Business • Human Resource Management • Stakeholder Relationships • CPD and Personal Development • Business Ethics • Managing Operations • Managing Across Cultures • Employability Skills • Business Research • Business Planning • Business Law

ProgressionApplicants with an appropriate Foundation Degree grade profile andsuccessful interview may progress to the BA (Hons) Business andManagement at Harrogate College. This requires a further 12 months of study.

Additional informationFull-time applications: via UCAS using UCAS code NN12 Campus code H. Part-time applications: apply directly to Harrogate College.

Foundation Degree inBusiness InformationTechnologyAn Award of Leeds Metropolitan University

Duration2 years (full-time)


Entry RequirementsApplicants should have an appropriate Level 3 qualification inComputing,or IT. Mature students with substantial relevant experience willbe considered. When your application has been received you will beinvited for a formal interview.

The CourseThe course is designed for those who need the skills and knowledge tomanage technical staff as well as being able to liaise with directors andan understanding of IT within a business environment. The course contentcovers: • Mark-up Languages for the Web• Interactive Website Development • Problem Solving and Decision Making• Efficiency Through Technology • Forecasting • Project Management • Effective Learning • Database Management • Systems Networking • Social Networking • The Potential of Technology • Work Based Project • Human Computer Interaction • Using ICT to Analyse Information.

ProgressionCourse progresses on to the full time BSc top-up which is completed bysuccessfully studying for one further year.

Additional informationFull-time applications: subject to validation - call for details.

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Foundation Degree Top Upin Professional Developmentin EducationAn Award of Leeds Metropolitan University

Duration1 year (part-time)


Entry requirementsNormally students who have achieved the Certificate in Education orequivalent can apply.

The CourseThe FdA (top up) is for those who have achieved the Certificate inEducation (or equivalent) and who have substantial teaching experience. Itprovides a clear progression route for Cert Ed students to continue to studyat level 5. The course offers students an opportunity to enhance theirpersonal and professional development.

Students will normally be employed in a sector where regular and continualprofessional development is a formal requirement and the course willcontribute to this significant aspect of their role.

4 modules will be delivered over the year: • Work Related Learning (Reflective Practice) • Personal and Professional Development (Research Methods & CPD) • Current Issues in Education • Mentoring and Coaching An APEL portfolio will be submitted during the course. (To be discussed at interview)

The course will provide you with a focus on the links between academictheory and practice. The modules will enable you to develop yourknowledge and understanding of important areas in the field of educationand training which are at the forefront of educational practice.

Tutorials will take place during the year on a one-to-one / group basis. Arange of formative and summative assessment methods will be used,which are appropriate to the teaching and learning delivery method,including reflective practice log, observation of mentoring practice, report,presentation, research.

ProgressionBA (Hons) Top-up in Professional Development in Education (subject tovalidation)

Additional informationPart-time applications: apply directly to Harrogate College.

BA (Hons) Business andManagement (Top-up)An Award of Leeds Metropolitan University

Duration1 year (part-time)


Entry RequirementsNormally potential students must hold a level 5 (HE level 2) qualification inBusiness and/or Management. Applicants with an appropriate grade profilefrom a relevant Foundation Degree will be considered.

The CourseThe BA (Hons) Business and Management (Top-Up) is a one yearprogramme, intended to consolidate previous HE study in this area andensure students have the skills to identify, justify and deliver positive changesin any organisation private and commercial, not for profit or public sector.All modules are delivered at HE level 3 (NVQ Level 6).

The modules covered are: • Project Planning• Effective Management Decisions• Dissertation • Leadership • Strategic Management • Developing Competitive Advantage• Professional Practice and Enterprise.

ProgressionHolders of the BA (Hons) Business Management may choose to progresstheir learning in a variety of ways, possibly seeking professionalaccreditation or further academic qualifications.


BA (Hons) Top-up inProfessional Development in Education An Award of Leeds Metropolitan University

DurationPart-time over 1 year - 18 months (one year of classattendance).


Entry requirementsNormally students who have achieved the Foundation DegreeTop-up in Professional Development in Education or studentswho have achieved a Certificate in Education and wish tonegotiate a claim for APEL and/or APCL (in relevant modules)can apply.

The CourseThe course will enable students to engage with improvementsin teaching, learning and assessment within their own contextsand explore the organisational environment in which they work.Students will study the following units:

• Work Based Learning • Personal and Professional Development

Additional units will encourage a deeper understanding ofeducational training. A final project of 60 credits will givestudents the opportunity to focus on a subject of interest andof value to their working practices. A negotiated learningcontract will be devised to provide students with focus andstructure. A research proposal and literature review will besubmitted prior to the completion of the project.

ProgressionSuccessful completion of the course could lead you to study aMasters (MA) in Professional Development in Education.


Certificate in Education/PostGraduate Certificate inEducation (Lifelong Learning) An award of the University of Huddersfield

Duration2 years (part-time)


Entry requirementsNormally a Certificate in Education Level 3/4 in subject specialism.Professional Graduate to hold a UK first degree or equivalent

The CourseFor those employed in the learning and skills sector, the course provides a route to Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) status. A flexibleprogramme where students work on modules to suit individual andorganisational needs in the following role areas:

Year 1• Teaching, Learning and Assessment• Personal and Professional Development

Year 2• Teaching a Specialist Subject• Curriculum and Professional Issues

A component of the Teaching a Specialist Subject module is delivered on-line by the University and also requires attendance at the University ofHuddersfield for two days in April in the second year of the course.

ProgressionOn successful completion of this course, students have the opportunity toprogress onto the Foundation Degree Professional Development inEducation and the BA (Hons) Professional Development in Education.

Additional informationTo be accepted onto the course, you must be employed as ateacher/trainer in the post compulsory sector and be contracted to teacha minimum of 150 hours (75 minimum each year) throughout the durationof the course. You should be qualified in your subject area to Level 3 orequivalent.

Applicants to the PGCE should have a UK first degree or recognised equivalent.


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Foundation Degree YoungChildren’s Learning andDevelopmentAn Award of Leeds Metropolitan University


LocationHornbeam ParkAlso available at Hull College and Goole College

Entry RequirementsNormally students applying for thisprogramme should hold a Level 3 ChildStudies qualification and a GCSE inEnglish or equivalent, and have aminimum of two years post qualifyingexperience. Mature students with noformal qualification but with a wealth ofexperience working in an Early Yearssetting may apply. The CourseThis sector-endorsed Foundation Degreeis designed for those working orplanning to work in a supervisory positionwithin the Early Years Sector. Students willneed a Critical friend within the

workplace. Students will need evidenceof a recent CRB police check.

ProgressionSuccessful holders of the FoundationDegree will be awarded 240 credits.120 credits will be achieved at Level 1and a further 120 credits at Level 2.There are arrangements for progressiononto BA (Hons) Top up in YoungChildren’s Learning and Development.Other progression routes, both part-timeand flexible on to early years teachingdegrees are available (subject tostatutory requirements). As a seniorpractitioner you will be working towardssupervisory status within your setting.Having completed the FoundationDegree further opportunities coulddevelop to work towards achieving theEarly Years’ Professional Status.

Additional informationPart-time applications: apply directly toHarrogate College.

BA (Hons) Top-up YoungChildren’s Learning andDevelopmentAn Award of Leeds Metropolitan University

Duration1½ years (part-time)


Entry RequirementsNormally learners applying forthis programme should hold arelevant level 5 qualification,such as the Foundation Degreein Young Children’s Learning andDevelopment or the FoundationDegree in Early Years.

The CourseThe BA Top up in YoungChildren’s learning andDevelopment has beenvalidated by Leeds MetropolitanUniversity. The BA Top Upprovides a continuousprogression for most studentsstudying on the FoundationDegree Young Children'sLearning and Development,enabling them to completetheir honours degree in 3semesters part time. Studentswho have completed a similarFoundation Degree will also beconsidered for this route.Assessment is built aroundreflection and reflectivepractices. This involves thedevelopment of observationalskills that enable the Early Years’Practitioner to adapt currenttheory and thinking to meet theneeds of the child. Courseworkis continuously assessed throughassignments, essays,presentations, reflective practicejournals, portfolios and a workbased dissertation. This BA topup is designed for those workingor planning to work in a leadingposition within the Early Years’Sector. The course is designedto build academicunderstanding, developingknowledge of childdevelopment and educationaltheory; an understanding of thecomplex and conflictingtheories, concepts andprinciples relevant to the subjectarea of Early Childhood Studies

The programme structureincludes:

• Personal and Professionaldevelopment

• Young Children as Learners • Quality Provision for EarlyLearning

• Young Children’s Health andSafety

• Young Children as CreativeThinkers

• Professional Dimensions ofWorking with Young Children

• Dissertation

Learners will need a Mentorwithin the workplace to offersupport and guidancethroughout the course. Learnerswill need evidence of a recentCRB police check. It is expectedthat learners on this programmewill be employed within an earlyyears’ setting for a minimum of10 hours per week for theduration of the course in either apaid or voluntary capacity.

ProgressionSuccessful holders of theFoundation Degree will beawarded 240 credits. 120credits will be achieved at Level4 and a further 120 credits atLevel 5. Successful completionof the BA (Hons) Top up in YoungChildren’s Learning andDevelopment provides a further120 credits at level 6. (Subject tostatutory requirements). As alead practitioner you will beworking towards graduate statuswithin your setting. Havingcompleted the BA Top Up furtheropportunities could beaccessed through a variety ofidentified routes to work towardsachieving the EYPS (Early Years’Professional Status) or QTS(Qualified Teacher Status).

Additional informationPart-time applications:apply directly to Harrogate College.

School of Health, Care,Commercial and Public Services

School of Health, Care, Commercial and Public services As part of the Hull College Group and in partnership with Leeds MetropolitanUniversity, Harrogate College offers students entering Higher Education theopportunity to study towards a Foundation Degree in Young Children’s Learning andDevelopment. This Foundation Degree is offered on a part-time basis to fit aroundexisting commitments.

We also offer the BA (Hons) Top-up Young Children’s Learning and Developmentwhich enables Early Years practitioners to complete their full Honours Degree atHarrogate College.

Continuing sector endorsement from the Children’s Workforce Development Council(CWDC) has been achieved for the Foundation Degree in Young Children's Learningand Development.

The College is represented on the National Foundation Degree Early Years Networkcommittee and works closely with the CWDC to ensure that both staff and studentsare fully informed of all new developments. Application for the Part-time route isdirect to Harrogate College.

Alana Kessell Foundation Degree in EarlyYears

Alana worked as a Senior NurseryAssistant for Kindercare. Afterlearning about the Early Years FoundationDegree she enrolled atHarrogate College. Alana chosethe course as she wanted toprogress in her career andincrease her future earnings.

“The part-time course was idealas I could continue to work full-time and I didn’t want to go touniversity and incur debt.”

“The best aspect of studying atHarrogate College is to get backinto a learning environment

without havingto give up thejob I love.”

“The mostinteresting partof the coursewas theresearchprojects as I dreaded it, but Iprogressed with the help of anenthusiastic tutor and felt I reallyaccomplished on the projectgaining an excellent grade.”

“Before the course I didn’t knowwhere my career path wouldtake me but by the end of thecourse I had clear goals of what Iwanted to achieve.”

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School of Visual & Performing Arts

School of Visual &Performing Arts Visual and Performing Arts at HarrogateCollege is a vibrant community of staffand students located at the HornbeamPark Campus. The studios and workshopshave a very individual and friendlyatmosphere with each one of ourstudents taught, supported and caredfor by professional and committed staff.

We are a team that places the student atthe centre of everything we do. We areinterested in seeing the personaldevelopment of each of our studentsmaximised to place them in a strong

position to move confidently into postgraduate study or employment. It isimportant to us and our students thatcreative industry employers are involvedwith our programmes and it is thisapproach which results in our excellentprogression record into industry.

Students have gained nationalrecognition for the quality of their workthrough the many competitions and liveprojects with which we engage. Ourteam of staff are practitioners in their ownfield and many are engaged in researchwhich enhances the student experience.Both our own staff and visiting lecturersmake their work, experiences andinterests accessible to students through

talks, publications and exhibitions.Students have educational visits both inthe UK and abroad.

The school boasts excellent facilities forart, design and media courses and has arange of professional photography,graphics, ceramics and 3D workshopsand studios. Performing arts students areable to rehearse and perform in thenewly renovated ‘Hornbeam Theatre’which plays host to a wide variety ofcollege and community shows.

We look forward to welcoming you at anopen event or tour of our studios andworkshops.

Foundation Degree ActingAn Award of Leeds Metropolitan University

Duration2 years (full-time)


Entry RequirementsSuccessful completion of two A Levels or theEdexcel (BTEC) National Diploma is normallyrequired, although consideration will be givenfor previous experience and mature students.

The CourseThe Foundation Degree Acting is an excitingnew course that explores acting techniqueswhich will 'train' the actor in practical aspectsof performance. Students are taughtmodules which relate these practical trainingaspects to large scale productions which areeither text based or created by the students.Students will also develop their independentthinking skills applying critical analysis,reflection and evaluation to their own andothers performance and academic work - inpreparation for the workplace or further study.The student will also attain knowledge andunderstanding of the historical, social andcultural contexts of the genre. Students willhave the distinct advantage of working intheir chosen specialist area developingpractical skills with a range of internal andexternal practitioners. The programme willalso create a synergy between the differentroutes producing high quality majorperformance productions to a professionalstandard.

Year 1 core modules: • Personal Professional Development 1 • Personal Professional Development 2 • Work Based Learning 1 • Work Based Learning 2

Year 1 specialist modules: • Movement • Voice • Theatre in Education • Acting and Naturalism

Year 2 core modules: • Personal Professional Development 3 • Personal Professional Development 4 • Work Based Learning 3 • Work Based Learning 4

Year 2 subject specialist modules: • Contemporary Acting • Classical Theatre • Voice 2 • Devising

ProgressionAt the end of your study you will be able tocontinue in education with a 'top up' BA(Hons) Degree in Acting, pursue a career as aperformer or move into related employmentareas.

Additional informationMature students may be eligible to applythrough APEL (Approved Prior ExperientialLearning), followed by an interview.

Full-time applications: via UCAS using UCAScode W410, Campus Code H.

Foundation Degree FashionMarketing and RetailAn Award of Leeds Metropolitan University



Entry requirementsUCAS tariff points: Normally a minimum of 80 points from 6, 12 or 18 unitawards. In addition to clear evidence of creative interest.

The CourseA vocational and career orientated course designed to develop your skillsand knowledge to ensure you are ready to operate within this competitivefield. You will track and analyse the trends that form the market and shapethe retail industry. Illustration, photography and graphics are just a few of theskills you will develop while undertaking this course.

The course embraces a broad and aesthetic approach to style and design.Consumer behaviour, market analysis, trends and information will be pursuedin a realistic marketing and promotional retail context. Skills and knowledgedeveloped on the course will meet the needs of employers and enable youto work in this dominant industry both locally, nationally and world-wide.

ProgressionOn successful completion of this course students are encouraged toprogress onto a BA (Hons) Top-up course or to gain employment in theIndustry.

Additional informationMature students may be eligible to apply through APEL (Approved PriorExperiential Learning), followed by an interview.

Full-time applications: via UCAS using UCAS code WN25, Campus Code H. Part-time applications: apply direct to Harrogate College.

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Foundation Degree InteriorArchitectural DesignAn Award of Leeds Metropolitan University

Duration2 years (full-time) 3-4 years (part-time)


Entry requirementsUCAS tariff points: Normally a minimum of 80 points from 6, 12 or 18unit awards. In addition to clear evidence of creative interest.

The CourseThis is a unique and innovative course which explores CommercialInterior Architectural Design including Exhibition, Retail and LeisureDesign. The emphasis is on individual exploration and a learningjourney that will include investigating design composition andapproaches through a series of live projects and Work-BasedLearning.

Essential underpinning elements of the course include understandingthe Properties of Materials and Finishes, Interior Exploration, ContextualStudies, Exploring Digital Technology, Visual Creative Practice, BuildingDesign and Construction and CAD Applications in the BuiltEnvironment. There will also be live commercial briefs, designcompetitions, trips and visits to enhance employability skills in theInterior Design Sector. The course is delivered in well-equipped studiosand workshops with a team of specialist staff as well as out onlocation taking part in site specific briefs.

ProgressionOn successful completion of this course students are encouraged toprogress either onto a top-up (BA Hons) Degree or go directly into theemployment sector. .

Additional informationMature students may be eligible to apply through APEL(Approved PriorExperiential Learning) followed by an interview.

Full-time applications: via UCAS using UCAS code W252, CampusCode H. Part-time applications: apply direct to Harrogate College.

Foundation Degree FashionDesign and ProductionAn Award of Leeds Metropolitan University



Entry requirementsUCAS tariff points: Normally a minimum of 80 points from 6, 12 or 18 unitawards. In addition to clear evidence of creative interest.

The CourseThe Foundation Degree course in Fashion Design and Production isspecifically designed to prepare you for an exciting career within thefashion industry. You will develop your skills in the creative and technicalaspects of fashion design, construction and presentation.

You will study contextual and theoretical areas of design and thecontemporary cultures that influence fashion today. Alongside thepractical modules you will work with digital techniques to enhance yourcreative potential. We aim to develop individuality and understanding ofthe fashion industry while offering you a stimulating and challengingexperience.

ProgressionOn successful completion of this course students are encouraged toprogress onto a BA (Hons) Top-up course or to take up employment in the Industry.


Full-time applications: via UCAS using UCAS code WJ24, Campus Code H. Part-time applications: apply direct to Harrogate College.

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Foundation Degree Visual ArtsAn Award of Leeds Metropolitan University

Duration2 years (full-time), part-time mode of study also available


Entry RequirementsUCAS tariff points: Normally a minimum of 80 points from 6, 12 or 18 unit awards. In addition to clear evidence of creative interest.

The CourseThis is a unique and innovative course which will suit studentswho have an interest in Visual Arts. The programme builds ontraditional and contemporary practice and will provide aninterdisciplinary arena for visual exploration.

The course will enable you to explore your own unique andindividual creative approach to identifying a personal andprofessional pathway towards 2D and 3D practice. This will besupported through live projects, competitions, visiting speakersand educational trips which will set to inspire and promote abroad cultural understanding.

Studio and workshop activities are enhanced by contextualenquiry promoting an awareness of historical, cultural andtheoretical practice. The course aims to impart you with theconfidence to enhance creative potential through nurturingskills to employability and entrepreneurship necessary toenable personal and professional role as a practitioner withinthe chosen pathway or to pursue further studies.

ProgressionThis course will enable you to enter employment or embark ona career as a practising artist or designer, or progress to a BA(Hons) Top-up qualification.

Additional informationMature students may be eligible to apply through APEL(Approved Prior Experiential Learning), followed by aninterview.

Full-time applications: via UCAS using UCAS code WW14Campus Code H.

Part-time applications: apply direct to Harrogate College.

Foundation Degree LensBased Photo MediaAn Award of Leeds Metropolitan University



Entry requirementsNormally a minimum of 200 points or equivalent which may include; Alevel, AS and GCSE qualifications, Foundation Diploma in Art and Designor National Diploma programmes or equivalent qualifications.Applications with non-standard qualifications or mature students will beconsidered on merit. Applications from overseas students with IELTS scoreof 6 are welcome. All applicants will need to demonstrate by portfolio andinterview that they are ready for specialist higher education study.

The CourseThe Foundation Degree in Lens Based Photo Media is based at HarrogateCollege's Hornbeam Park campus, providing excellent facilities for a widerange of photo and digital media including video. Opportunities exist toexplore image making using both traditional and contemporarytechnology. You are encouraged to adopt a highly creative andindividual approach whilst learning the skills necessary to explore theirideas. Theoretical Studies and Business Professional Practice support thepractical studies with live project work and work experience.

The course has a vocational focus with students working towards NationalOccupational Standards. This course is validated by Leeds MetropolitanUniversity. You have access to the regular visiting lecturer eventsprogramme and study visits including a self funded residential visit.Competition work, commissioned work and external shows enable you toperform professionally as practitioners.

ProgressionStudents are able to progress onto the top up Honours Degree atHarrogate College for successful Foundation Degree students. Graduateswill leave the course with a portfolio that will showcase the skills necessaryto work effectively in a relevant area of the photographic and digitalmedia industries.

Additional informationMature students may be eligible to apply through APEL (Approved PriorExperiential Learning), followed by an interview. A portfolio will be requiredat the interview.

Full-time applications: via UCAS code W640, campus code H. Part-time applications: apply direct to Harrogate College.

BA (Hons) Applied Creative DesignAn Award of Leeds Metropolitan University

Duration1 year (full-time), part-time mode of study also available


Entry RequirementsUCAS tariff points: Normally a minimum of 240 credit points. Required GCSEs:English Language (grade C or above) or equivalent. Foundation Degree inan art based/design related subject. In addition to clear evidence ofcreative interest.

The CourseThis is a one year top up programme that enables those who have priorlearning in design to continue to Honours Degree level. You will gain in depthknowledge and understanding of design, materials, structure andconstruction in their chosen field.

Emphasis is placed on the development of independence as designersthrough transferable skills, technical competence and analysis andevaluation of design research.

The programme incorporates commercial awareness relevant to the designindustry through competitions, live projects, client led briefs and workplacements. A dissertation or suitable alternative form of presentingtheoretical research based work forms an important element of thisprogramme.

You will also develop critical and reflective skills throughout the programmeand are encouraged to attend the regular visiting speaker events.

ProgressionPost graduate study via an MA or PGCE, or work in the industry and asfreelance designers or designer/makers.


Full-time applications: via UCAS using UCAS code W200, campus code H.


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MA Image and TimeBased MediaAn Award of Leeds Metropolitan University



Entry RequirementsNormally a BA (Hons) Degree in a relevant subject area. In addition to clear evidence of creative interest.

The CourseThe course is designed to examine your individual approach,through advanced exploration and development into image andtime based media as a form of communication and visualdesign. It is important for you to establish your practice in terms ofprofessional and theoretical contexts through questioning andexamining current methods of manufacture, production andpresentation.

Research staff and a range of visiting professionals will presentand discuss current work as well as questioning you with regard toboth practice and applied research development.

Module titles include: • Professional Major Project Proposal • Professional Major Project • Critical Research • Professional Major Project Presentation • Critical Essay and Presentation

Individual student project planning, through negotiation andexperimentation will establish key strands for subject research anddevelopment of practice with agreed timescales throughformative feedback sessions. Evolution of your practice ismonitored, through agreement and at agreed key stages you willpresent developmental work along with research.

The course includes a final exhibition supported by a writtendissertation and presentation to an audience of peers, tutors andprofessional viewers, the feedback from which forms the reflectiveanalysis of the practice.

ProgressionInto employment or further study at PhD Level.

Additional informationMature students may be eligible to apply through APEL (ApprovedPrior Experiential Learning), followed by an interview. This courseruns over one day per week.


How to find us

Route 36 runs from Ripon, Harrogate orLeeds to Oatlands Corner (Leeds Road).

Harrogate CollegeHornbeam Park, Harrogate, HG2 8QT

Tel: (01423) 879 466Fax: (01423) 879 829E-mail: [email protected]

Web: www.harrogate.ac.uk

BusBus route 56, 56A, 57, 57A, 58 and 110 run from Harrogate town centre toHornbeam Park. Route 36 runs from Ripon, Harrogate or Leeds to OatlandsCorner (Leeds Road).For Further information visit:www.harrogateanddistrict.co.ukwww.the36.co.uk or telephone (01423) 566061.

TrainThere are direct train services to Hornbeam Park Railway Station from Harrogate,Leeds, Knaresborough and York.Pick up a timetable at the station or visit: www.nationalrail.co.uk

Walk or CycleThe College is approximately 20 minutes walk from the town centre. A numberof bicycle stands are provided around the college site.For cycle maps of the area visit:www.harrogate.gov.uk/PDF/DS-H-04-HarrogateCycleMap.pdf ortelephone Harrogate Borough Council on (01423) 500600

CarThe college is centrally located for access from surrounding towns and cities.Parking is extremely limited, we recommend public transport where possible.

Tel: (01423) 879466 (General Enquiries)Tel: (01423) 878211 (Course Information)Fax: (01423) 879829E-mail: [email protected]: www.harrogate.ac.uk

Tel: (01405) 762420E-mail: [email protected]: www.goole-college.co.uk

Goole CollegeBoothferry RoadGoole DN14 6SR

Harrogate CollegeHornbeam ParkHarrogate HG2 8QT

Hull CollegeQueen’s GardenHull HU1 3DG

Tel: (01482) 598744E-mail: [email protected]: www.hull-college.ac.uk

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